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Seokguram Grotto
석굴암
A masterpiece of Silla Buddhist art, this grotto houses a majestic granite Buddha looking toward the East Sea. On the solstice, a ray of sun hits the Buddha's "third eye," a design meant to protect the kingdom. Although the Buddha is now behind a glass panel for preservation, the site offers spectacular views on clear days. Photography is strictly prohibited inside due to the sacred nature of the site. Entrance has been free since May 2023.
- Address
- 238, Seokgul-ro
- Getting there
- A 20-minute bus ride (Bus No. 12) from Bulguksa Temple; buses leave every hour at 40 minutes past.
- Hours
- 09:00 – 17:30 (Weekends until 18:00)
- Price
- Free
Listing from Wikivoyage: Gyeongju, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Updated 28 Sept 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.